Crispy Amish Onion Fritters

Crispy Amish Onion Fritters

Old-Fashioned Flavor, Modern-Day Comfort

There’s something magical about recipes that have stood the test of time—and these Amish Onion Fritters are one of them. Crispy on the outside, soft and savory inside, they’re the ultimate comfort food. Whether you're serving them as a snack, appetizer, or alongside your favorite homestyle meal, these fritters are guaranteed to disappear fast.

 Why You’ll Love These Fritters:

• Crispy edges with tender, flavorful centers
• Made with pantry staples—easy and budget-friendly
• A great way to use up extra onions
• Ready in under 30 minutes
• Perfect for dipping, sharing, and satisfying comfort food cravings

 Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet onions, finely chopped
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¾ cup whole milk (or buttermilk for extra flavor)
• Vegetable oil or canola oil for frying

 Equipment Needed:

• Mixing bowl
• Whisk or spoon
• Large skillet or deep frying pan
• Slotted spoon
• Paper towels
• Plate or wire rack (for draining)

Instructions:

1. Mix the Batter:
   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Add Milk:
   Pour in the milk and mix until you have a smooth, thick batter.
3. Fold in Onions:
   Stir in the finely chopped onions, making sure they are evenly coated in the batter.
4. Heat the Oil:
   In a deep skillet, pour in about 1 inch of oil and heat over medium-high heat. Test the oil by dropping in a bit of batter—if it sizzles, it’s ready.
5. Fry in Batches:
   Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, spacing them apart. Fry 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Drain and Serve:
   Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain. Serve hot with ranch, garlic aioli, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve as a side to grilled meats or BBQ
• Pair with a hearty soup or stew
• Dip in spicy sriracha mayo or tangy honey mustard
• Add a dash of hot sauce for an extra kick!

 Storage & Reheating:

• Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Reheat: Crisp up in an air fryer or oven at 375°F for 5–7 minutes. Avoid microwaving to keep the texture crispy.

Crispy Amish Onion Fritters

These classic onion fritters are golden, crispy, and packed with sweet onion flavor—perfect as a snack, side, or comfort food treat.

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 large sweet onions finely chopped
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¾ cup whole milk
• Oil for frying vegetable or canola

Equipment

• mixing bowl
• Whisk or spoon
• Large skillet or deep frying pan
• Slotted spoon
• Paper towels
• Plate or wire rack (for draining)

Method

 

1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Stir in the milk until smooth.
3. Fold in chopped onions.
4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Drop batter by spoonfuls into hot oil.
6. Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
7. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.

Notes

Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Reheat: Crisp up in an air fryer or oven at 375°F for 5–7 minutes. Avoid microwaving to keep the texture crispy.